1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
